Clingfish Products is a mechanical engineering firm, specializing in replacing mechanical fastening and adhesive methods with vacuum-powered technology. Its patented product is the only temporary mounting base for aluminum vehicles.

DIYAuto.com

Detroit, MI, USA

www.DIYAuto.com

DIYauto.com is the ultimate gearhead encyclopedia. Automotive DIYs, build journals, data, and videos organized in one place. Spend less time searching and more time doing.

Plasma Stream Technologies has developed a cutting-edge technology using active aerodynamics generated by plasma actuators, which can significantly reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency of ground vehicles.

DataDriven’s algorithms turn mobile devices into machine-learning mechanics. Using smartphone audio and vibration data, we make automotive diagnostics and maintenance proactive – all without using OBD.

At Shockwave Motors, we make electric cars cool by providing a high performance, three-wheeled, all-electric roadster that is pollution free, economical, and fun to drive.

Victro Technologies

Victro Technologies is a platform-independent technology for the Automated Platooning of (semi)autonomous vehicles, which guarantees collision-avoidance and eliminates the “stop and go” behavior common to busy highways.

SiNode Systems has developed silicon-graphene anodes for the next generation of lithium-ion batteries, offering higher battery capacity and faster charging rates, with a low-cost solution chemistry-based manufacturing process.

Finalists (excluding Award Winners)

CarKnow LLC

www.carknow.me

CarKnow builds hardware and software that takes vehicle data and frees it, enabling the development of unique, powerful and transformative applications for vehicle owners and users alike.

Founded by the former director of NASA, Hydrogine has developed and is commercializing a multi-use, self-propelled hydrogen-powered engine that produces environmentally friendly, sustainable and cost efficient energy.